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ExxonMobil Research files patent application on methods for expanding HCCI and other advanced combustion modes load range with fuel-alcohol blends

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ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company has filed a US patent application (# 20100326387 , published 30 December 2010) on methods using a wide range of fuel-alcohol blends to expand the operating envelope of engines operating in advanced combustion modes. The patent application covers blends of between 5% and 95% alcohol.

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Geely invests in Carbon Recycling Intl.; vehicles fueled by methanol from CO2, water and renewable energy

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CRI, founded in 2006 in Reykjavik, Iceland, is developing technology to produce renewable methanol from clean energy and recycled CO 2 emissions. Geely is committed to achieving the long-term goal of zero emissions mobility through a diverse suite of new energy solutions, including renewable methanol vehicle technology. Earlier post.).

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DOE Co-Optima report identifies top ten bio-blendstocks for efficiency in boosted SI engines

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These top candidates, when blended with petroleum and used in a boosted spark ignition (BSI) engine, will offer environmental benefits and boost energy efficiency all while being available at a competitive price. All the top-performing blendstocks showed potential to be produced at a competitive cost.

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DOE Co-Optima researchers identify 6 high-potential blendstocks

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Demonstration that autoignition performance of a broad range of fuels under ACI conditions correlates poorly with octane index, highlighting the need for new metrics. Establishment of modeling and analysis methods to characterize economic value and environmental performance across the supply chain.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

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d) further provides for alcohol blends as follows: Special provisions for alcohol blends. (1) Hydrous ethanol (also sometimes known as azeotropic ethanol) typically ranges from 186 proof (93% ethanol, 7% water) to 192 proof (96% ethanol, 4% water). As used in this section and Sec. 40 CFR § 80.27(d) Conclusion.